Steens Mountain Wilderness Resort
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Oregon
Big Indian Trail
7.9 mi
Distance
2,107 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Steens Mountain Wilderness
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Why you'll love it
Through-trail
Big climb
Out & back
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 7.9 mi
- Elevation gain
- 2,107 ft
- Elevation loss
- 2,107 ft
- Highest point
- 6,958 ft
- Lowest point
- 5,368 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Bureau of Land Management
About this trail
Big Indian Trail is an out-and-back hike in Oregon that offers a straightforward approach to scenic high country terrain. This trail provides hikers with access to alpine meadows and expansive views characteristic of Oregon's mountain regions. The return journey follows the same path, making route-finding simple and allowing you to enjoy the landscape from both directions.
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